Anthony Albanese and Vanuatu’s prime minister are set to ink a major pact that will curb Chinese influence in the Pacific archipelago despite Beijing’s efforts to sink the deal.The Prime Minister will on Monday meet with his Ni-Vanuatu counterpart Jotham Napat in Canberra to sign the Nakamal Agreement 10 months after it was halted by Chinese pressure.Members of Mr Napat’s complex coalition government feared the agreement, which restricted foreign investment in Vanuatu’s critical infrastructure, would stop funds flowing from China.It was an unexpected hurdle that left Mr Albanese wrapping up a much-hyped visit to Vanuatu with nothing more than photos and an agreement to keep talking, with sources telling NewsWire at the time the pact was all-but signed.However, both Mr Albanese and Mr Napat maintained the Nakamal Agreement would be signed eventually.In the new version set to be signed on Monday, Vanuatu would not be restricted from taking cash from other countries but would need to “consult Australia on proposed third party engagement in Vanuatu’s critical infrastructure”, noting that its airports, power grid and other vital infrastructure must be “free from militarisation, any form of foreign interference or unauthorised access”.NewsWire understands the new version also highlights Australia’s role as its primary policing and security partner.The deal is expected to deal a blow to China’s own efforts to lock-in a similar agreement with Vanuatu.